The Front Climbing Club reaches new heights through 100 percent
commitment to Blue Sky renewable energy

SALT LAKE CITY — It takes
passion and perseverance to become a skilled rock climber, and The Front
Climbing Club is showing this same dedication in its efforts to help
protect and preserve the environment. The Front has committed to
purchasing Blue Sky renewable energy equal to 100 percent of the
electricity used to power its 10,000 square-foot world-class indoor rock
climbing facility.

The Front’s purchase of 76, 100-kilowatt-hour Blue Sky blocks per
month will offset 91.2 tons of carbon dioxide emissions each year;
providing annual benefits equivalent to not driving more than 195,396
miles or planting nearly 36 acres of trees. When climbers are not
training indoors, they are enjoying beautiful environments in climbing
destinations across the world. The Front’s support of renewable energy
is helping preserve these beautiful places today and into the future.
“From the design of our wall to our competitions, The Front always has
been a pioneer in the world of climbing gyms,” says Sandy White, general
manager of The Front. “We’re proud to be the first climbing and fitness
gym in the United States to be an EPA Green Power Partner matching 100
percent of our electricity use to renewable energy; we are doing our
part to preserve the environment for future generations of climbers.”

Rocky Mountain Power’s Blue Sky renewable energy program provides its
customers with an easy, convenient way to support new renewable energy
development and help community-based renewable energy projects get off
the ground. Customers can buy Blue Sky in 100-kilowatt-hour blocks for
$1.95 each, in addition to their regular monthly electricity bill.
Business customers can save on larger purchases. Enrollment is optional,
and customers can increase their participation or withdraw from the
program at any time. Renewable energy already is included in the mix of
resources Rocky Mountain Power uses to generate power for its customers.
Blue Sky provides an avenue for customers to support even more renewable
energy on the system, or, like The Front, to match 100 percent of their
electricity use to renewable sources.

“As a fellow climber and outdoor enthusiast, I commend The Front for
their leadership in choosing clean, renewable energy,” says Sara Baldwin
of Utah Clean Energy. “The energy we use can have a significant impact
on the places we enjoy for recreation. Choosing renewable energy is a
great way to reduce the impacts of climate change and air pollution,
while driving the demand for a cleaner energy future.”

Located in downtown Salt Lake City at 1450 South 400 West, The Front
Climbing Club offers something for everyone, from the beginner to the
hard-core competitive climber. The Front’s spacious rock climbing area
was specifically designed for bouldering and includes additional
dedicated wall space for top rope climbing. The Front provides the right
equipment, training and support to ensure a great rock climbing
experience. The Front is the first climbing and fitness gym in the
nation to be recognized as an U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Green
Power Partner for purchasing Blue Sky renewable energy equal to 100
percent of its electricity needs. The gym also features recycling and
waterless urinals in an effort to reduce its impact on the environment.
More information is available at
www.frontslc.com.

Blue Sky is one of the most popular green-power programs in the
United States, and is currently ranked second in the nation for the
number of customers enrolled. In Utah, more than 22,300 residential and
business customers buy Blue Sky renewable energy. More than 58,000
customers buy Blue Sky in the Western United States. For more
information about Blue Sky, or to sign up, call toll free at
800-769-3717 or visit
www.rockymountainpower.net/bluesky.

More about The Front Climbing Club

The Front Climbing Club is Utah’s premier indoor bouldering and rock
climbing facility, located in downtown Salt Lake City, just off I15. The
Front’s spacious rock climbing area was specifically designed for
bouldering, plus there’s additional dedicated wall space for top rope
climbing. The Front provides the right equipment, training and support
to ensure a great rock climbing experience. In addition to climbing, The
Front offers complete pilates and yoga programs. Visit
www.frontslc.com. More about Utah
Clean Energy Utah Clean Energy is a nonprofit public interest group
working to speed the transition to a cleaner, safer, more sustainable
energy future. Through advocacy, education and diverse partnerships,
Utah Clean Energy advances the use of renewable energy and energy
efficiency. For more information, visit www.utahcleanenergy.org.